Arne Duncan staying

1/14/13 5:09 PM EST

Education Secretary Arne Duncan will remain in his post as President Obama begins his second term, a White House official confirms to POLITICO.

Duncan, who was widely expected to stay, joined a growing list of cabinet members who have pledged to stick it out, including Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano, who signaled their intentions Monday.